Balls Brothers - Mayfair Exchange

United Kingdom, W1K 5DL, London

🛍 Tea, Cafés, Delis, Steak

3.8 💬 692 Reviews
Balls Brothers - Mayfair Exchange

Phone: +442074994567

Address: United Kingdom, W1K 5DL, London

City: London

Dishes: 27

Reviews: 692

"1. When we arrived, we were seated at our table without being given menus. We had to go to the bar to get someone's attention and order drinks. 2. We waited about 25 minutes to receive menus, and when we finally did, we were given only two for a group of 8. 3. We had to ask multiple times for someone to come take our order. 4. When we finally placed our order, we were told that many dishes were no longer available. 5. The waiter accidentally spilled a whole glass of red wine on the table while clearing the starters. 6. All main courses were served except for one, which belonged to the lone vegetarian in our group. We had to keep reminding the staff, and eventually, a waiter sheepishly informed us that her order had not been taken down, and there was no gnocchi left (the only vegetarian option on the menu). The lack of apology and communication was disappointing. 7. The catch of the day, rainbow trout, was overcooked and inedible. 8. We did receive a 25% discount on the bill only after we insisted, and it seemed that no one was particularly concerned about making up for the poor experience. 9. Finally, we had to chase down the staff to pay our bill, despite the restaurant being half empty at the time. Adding a service charge to the bill and questioning us when we declined to pay it was the final straw. The only time someone appeared genuinely sorry was when the waiter who took our payment apologized and hoped we would consider returning in the future (highly unlikely)."

Carlos Carlos

Good food not good service , very slow , irritable waiter disappointing

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AnneB
AnneB

Though it looks very charming, the music was so loud it overrode everything else. Even the staff could barely hear what you’re saying.


foodiejoce
foodiejoce

The food was delicious and the service was good. However, the noise level on Friday night made it difficult to have a conversation at the dining table.


Jekyll
Jekyll

The food was Ok and the service friendly but despite repeated requests they were unable to turn down the loud and inappropriate background music which made conversation difficult.


pari
pari

Balls Brothers in Mayfair was exceptionally quite on a Sat evening. The decor was nice, however the food was uninspiring and there was no ambience being so quiet. Honestly, there are much better options around in the area.


Владоје
Владоје

We had a fantastic evening and the food was excellent. The only downside was that they were out of several items on the menu. It took a bit of effort to get the waiters' attention, but they were very friendly and helpful once they came to our table.


PauW
PauW

Food, service, wine etc all good. Only negative is that the music was so loud that if we hadn't been in the private room we'd have had to leave and not eat there after all. Conversation in the main bar impossible unless standing for after-work drinks.


JonnyC
JonnyC

Great location, and nicely decorated space inside. However, the service was really slow. We sat for 30 mins waiting for a coffee, before we ordered our lunch. And even then the waiters never really came over. I actually asked if it was bar service as I thought it must have been. Its a shame, because the people that worked there were super friendly, they just seemed massively understaffed or under-trained. Tasty food though


Lauk
Lauk

I had arranged a dinner team for 9 guests to celebrate some recent results. Unfortunately our experience at Balls Brothers was not the best, we were not greeted on arrival, we waited 10 minutes then I had to go and ask for menus and someone to take our drinks order. There was then limited menu items available because they had been busy most of the table wanted steak but there was only one portion left...in general it was very slow and painful service but the quality of the food was good. They just need to improve the dining experience and rave music is probably not the best choice for your clientele.


Beefo1985
Beefo1985

1. When we arrived, we were seated at our table without being given menus. We had to go to the bar to get someone's attention and order drinks. 2. We waited about 25 minutes to receive menus, and when we finally did, we were given only two for a group of 8. 3. We had to ask multiple times for someone to come take our order. 4. When we finally placed our order, we were told that many dishes were no longer available. 5. The waiter accidentally spilled a whole glass of red wine on the table while clearing the starters. 6. All main courses were served except for one, which belonged to the lone vegetarian in our group. We had to keep reminding the staff, and eventually, a waiter sheepishly inform...

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  • Tea Explore our selection of soothing teas, offering both classic and exotic blends. Perfectly brewed to awaken your senses, indulge in our range for a moment of tranquility and flavor in every sip.
  • Cafés Charming cafés offering a variety of freshly brewed coffees and teas, along with light snacks, pastries, and desserts. Perfect for a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon treat in a cozy atmosphere.
  • Delis Fresh, made-to-order sandwiches, salads, and sides with premium ingredients. Enjoy classic favorites and unique creations, perfect for a quick, satisfying meal or a leisurely lunch with friends.
  • Steak Savor prime cuts of juicy, tender steaks, expertly grilled to perfection. Each bite offers a burst of flavor, served with classic sides and delectable sauces to enhance your dining experience.

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